It’s almost tax time - Centrelink payment summaries will be ready soon
In early July your 2024-25 Centrelink payment summary should be available through our online and digital channels.
How to claim Austudy
Complete the following steps to claim Austudy. Before you start, check if you can get it.
Independent for Youth Allowance if you’re in state care
You may be independent for Youth Allowance if you are in state care. This includes foster care.
Resources you can use when you’re starting higher education
Find out about services and resources you can use when taking the leap to further study.
ABSTUDY Fares Allowance Claim form (SY032)
Use this form to claim ABSTUDY Fares Allowance for the cost of travel undertaken as part of the student's course.
Change of circumstances while getting Youth Allowance for students and Australian Apprentices
You must tell us if things change when you’re getting Youth Allowance for students and Australian Apprentices as it may affect your payment.
When you'll get your first Youth Allowance for students and apprentices payment
Your study circumstances can affect when you’ll get your first payment.
Changes to parental income for Youth Allowance students and Australian Apprentices
Changes to your parents’ or guardians' income, and changes to your siblings’ situations can mean your payment rate changes.
How much ABSTUDY Living Allowance you can get
The amount of ABSTUDY Living Allowance you can get depends on certain circumstances.
Payments and support for Indigenous Australians
We have a range of payments and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.